From:
George Biddell Airy
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[18 October 1854]
Source of text:
RGO 6.212.342
Summary:
Informs JH that GA (and his assistants) have been making pendulum observations in a coal pit.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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Informs JH that GA (and his assistants) have been making pendulum observations in a coal pit.
Responds to JH's request [see JH's 1854-10-17].
Describes the Cape Botanical Garden, which is finally opened. Congratulates JH on the marriage of JH's daughter [Caroline Emilia]. Copper mining in the colony successful. Will move to a new cottage.